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Triple the fun in China

You will have triple the fun when you jet off to China and explore it’s three major cities. Savour the vibrant colours, cuisine and culture of this majestic country when you spend 9-days travelling through its big and brash cities including Bejing, Xian, and Shanghai. On this trip, you will enjoy moments of peace in historic temple, be wowed by The Great Wall of China, as well as relaxing among the country’s beautiful gardens, and lakes. The package includes flights, travel, transfers, breakfast, and sightseeing.

Holiday Highlights

• Visit Tianmen Square

• See the Forbidden City

• Explore Temple of Heaven

• See The Scared Way

• Visit Ming Tombs

• The Great Wall

• See Terrcotta Army

• Visit City Wall

• Explore Muslim Street in Xian

• Go on a Shanghai city tour

What's Included

• Economy flights with Emirates from London , Manchester or Glasgow

• 3 nights in Novotel Peace Beijing in superior room

• 3 nights in Grand Mercure Xian in superior room

• 2 nights in Regal International East Asia deluxe room

• Daily breakfast

• Private airport transfers with English Speaking guide

• Economy class High speed train between Beijing and Xian

• Economy class high speed train from Xian to Shanghai

• Private transfer from the train station to the hotel and fro the hotel to the train station

Tours:

• Emperor for a Day Tianmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven

• The Scared Way, Ming Tombs and Badaling section of the Great Wall

• Terrcotta Army, City Wall & Musim Street in Xian

• Shanghai city tour

What's not included

• Personal expenses

• Tips

• Visa

• Travel insurance

Price Notes
This itinerary/tour is a suggestion and can be tailor-made to suit requirements.
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin-room.
Please contact us for prices for alternative dates or number of travellers.

Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival: Get ready to be wowed by the bright lights of Beijing, when your plane lands. You will be welcomed by an English-speaking local guide, who will transfer you to your hotel - Novotel Peace Beijing. After check-in, you are free to spend the rest of the day as you wish. Feel free to sleep off any jet lag inside your guestroom or venture out and explore the city independently. Few places on Earth can match the extraordinary historical panorama on display in Beijing. In fact, it boasts six Unesco world heritage sites. Beijing is also home to sublime temples, while the city centre is criss-crossed by enchanting ancient alleyways.

Day 2 - Beijing: Be sure to wear comfortable shoes today as you set off on a busy day of sightseeing today. Your Beijing tour will start by exploring Tiananmen Square. As the largest public square in the world, Tiananmen Square can hold over one million people. It is often considered as a national symbol in China. Next, you will head to the Forbidden City, which has been the home to three dynasties over 800 years. It is the best-preserved imperial palace in China and the largest ancient palatial structure in the world. This site gives you an insight into the life of the Emperors of China. With the magnificence of royal architectures and imperial treasures, Forbidden City is a must-visit attraction in Beijing. Next, you will visit the Temple of Heaven – the official symbol of Beijing and the world’s largest temple and altar complex. After a delicious Chinese lunch, your will visit the largest imperial garden in Beijing - the Summer Palace. You will explore the garden grounds, see an actual marble boat, and walk through the long corridor on the lakes edge referred to as the world’s longest art gallery. You will be impressed by this landmark, which is largest and the most well-preserved royal park in China. You will also have an opportunity to visit Silk Gallery for a fascinating insight into the ancient culture of Chinese silk and pearl cultivation.

Day 3 – Beijing: This morning, you will journey to downtown Beijing to visit the Sacred Way. This is the same journey that was taken by the Imperial families when visiting their ancestors’ tombs. This serene walk is flanked by Ancient marble statues and elegant willows. Next, you will visit the Ming Tombs – the imperial burial grounds of the Ming dynasty Emperors where you will explore the Changling Tomb, the largest and best preserved of the 13 tombs. On the way to Badaling, you will stop for lunch at the Longdi Jade Factory, where you will also learn about the 5000-year culture of Chinese Jade. Then it is on to the highlight of the day, the Badaling section of the Great Wall. You will be wowed by this monumental feat of engineering by the ancient Chinese. Learn how the Great Wall stretched for a total of 6700 km when it was at its zenith. If you can tear your eyes away from this stunning site – be sure to take a holiday snap – one you will cherish forever. Finally, you will enjoy a traditional tea ceremony, which is a great way to relax after an eventful day.

Day 4 – Beijing to Xian: Start the day with a delicious breakfast before you are transferred to the train station for a high-speed train to Xian. Once you arrive, you will be welcomed by an English-speaking local guide who will take you to your hotel for check-in. Feel free to relax inside the hotel or venture out and explore the local area. Here you can see for yourself how its ancient Ming-era city walls still remain intact, and spot vendors of all descriptions crowd the narrow lanes of the warren-like Muslim Quarter.

Day 5 – Xian: Be sure to enjoy a hearty breakfast in the morning, to fuel up for a busy day of sightseeing. This morning you will be wowed when you visit the world-famous Terracotta Army, which is the largest excavation of the 20th century. Be amazed by the numerous life size terracotta figures of warriors and horses with different features, facial expressions, clothing and hairstyles – all arranged in battle formations. You will be amazed as you wander through the site, which includes 3 pits and a museum, as well as 1,700 figures. Be sure to pull out your camera and snap this fascinating landmark. You will stop for lunch before being transferred back to the city, to visit Muslim Street located by the drum tower and city wall. Here you will learn how Xian was the starting point of the ancient Silk Road 1,000 years ago. At the time, a number of merchants and overseas students from the Middle East settled down on the present Muslim Street, which remains today. Enjoy the hustle and bustle of the street where you will find unending lines of various restaurants and food stalls, selling cakes, dried fruit, breads, and barbequed meats. This is a great spot to put your haggling skills to the test and buy a holiday souvenir. Finally, head to your hotel and then relax.

Day 6 – Xian: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before spending the rest of the day at leisure. To relax, you can unwind in the hotel. Or head out at see any landmarks you may have missed yesterday.

Day 7 – Xian to Shanghai: This morning you will be picked up by your guide from your hotel, and taken to the train station. You will then board the high-speed train to Shanghai in the 2nd class carriage. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by another English-speaking guide, who will take you to your hotel for check-in. You will be free to explore this city, which evokes so much history, glamour, and mystique.

Day 8 - Shanghai: Today you will visit The Bund, which is Shanghai’s picturesque waterfront. From here, you will enjoy sweeping views of both sides of the Huangpu River. Next you will visit the stunning Yu Garden, which is believed to have been built in the Ming Dynasty, more than 400 years ago. The exquisite layout, beautiful scenery, and the artistic style of the garden architecture have made the garden one of the highlights of Shanghai. You will enjoy more of Shanghai´s history as you drive along the former French Concession, a charming neighborhood established while Shanghai was a French settlement. Take time to browse and shop at the Souvenir Shop before the last stop at Xin Tian Di, a stylish nightlife district with a variety of boutiques, pubs and restaurants. Take advantage of the entertainment here on your own, or choose to return to your hotel.

Day 9 – Departure: Take time to enjoy the final breakfast of your holiday. Your mind will be buzzing from all the amazing adventures you've had. Finally pack your luggage before you are transferred back to the airport for your flight back home. If you would like to extend your stay or travel in a premium cabin, then please speak with our travel specialist who will be happy to assist you.

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